KITCHEN HELPER - Full Time

Rite of Passage; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Rite of Passage Team at Columbus Youth Academy in Tampa, FL, is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support daily dining and food-prep operations in a residential program for male youth.

The role emphasizes sanitation, cleaning, and safe handling of small wares, with responsibilities to keep the kitchen spotless for students, staff, and guests. A high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a background check are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug screening and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the dining and preparation areas in sanitary condition.
• Clean and maintain small wares and food prep equipment.
• Report equipment issues to the supervisor for repairs or cleaning.
• Provide exceptional customer service to students, staff and guests.

Skills

Sanitation standards

Kitchen cleanliness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Kitchen Helper at Columbus Youth Academy at 9502 E Columbus Drive, Tampa, FL 33619

Columbus Youth Academy is a moderate-risk residential commitment program for male youth up to age 19. This program provides youth with comprehensive care, treatment, supervision, and evidence-based sex offender services. Youth will also receive psychotherapeutic services, including individual, family, and group counseling, while in the program.

Pay: $19hour

What you will do: Maintains the entire dining and preparation facility in a constant state of sanitary acceptance. This includes but is not limited to the kitchen, dining room, all storage areas, outside areas, refuse areas, garbage cans and all loading docks.

• Ensures that all areas are maintained in a sanitary condition that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth by Federal, State, local regulations.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining small wares and food preparation equipment.
• Reports any problems with equipment and/or necessary repairs or cleanliness issues to the supervisor.
• Ensures exceptional customer service is provided to all students, staff and guests. To be considered you should:
  • Possess a High School Diploma or GED
  • Possess a valid Driver's License
  • Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screening and TB Test.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Youth Care Worker-NIGHTS, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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